Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Part of 24 loses even tone (3)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "tone". The wordplay technique is a hidden word. The answer is HUE. Explanation: Part of 24 is HOUSE, which if it “loses [its] even [letters]” leaves HUE

Question 2

What is the answer to "Part of 24 loses even tone (3)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is HUE.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Part of 24 loses even tone (3)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses a hidden word as its wordplay technique.